Alright, I “boom” kicked it up a notch. I did cardio three times this week, played basketball and worked out 3 times. Oh, and sit-ups every day. I broke the 190 barrier. 9.4 pounds to go!! Exercise really does make a big difference.
End Weight: 189.4
Previous Weight: 192
Loss: 2.6 lbs
Net Loss: 20 lbs
BMI: 24.31
Percent of Goal: 68% Complete
Well, my diet has obviously taken a serious turn. I have resorted to trying low calorie beers. I don’t really understand why flavor seems to be tied directly to calories. I wish somebody could explain that. Why is it that Jello brands can make tasty and flavorful Dulce de Leche pudding-y goodness in a 60 calorie treat, and both Budweiser and Miller failed to deliver the flavor. I want micro brew flavor in a low calorie package. I’d give Select 55 the edge after trying both.
Lots of long working days eating Arnold’s Wheat Thins, Deli Fresh Turkey and Cheese slices during meetings . . . every day. Ummmmm. I know you are envious reading about it. Ugh, I’m so tired of having no beaks for lunch. But on the upside, at least it is contributing to my weight loss. Another big assistant has been Progresso Lite Soups and the Foreman Grill. I’m going to post the World’s BEST Homemade marinade. Highly recommend it. It’s off to cheat night tonight with my favorite Mexican food. And, oh by the way, notice I am at a new low surpassing my previous low on the last diet. I’m targeting 190 next week.
End Weight: 192.0
Previous Weight: 194.8
Loss: 2.8 lbs
Net Loss: 17.4 lbs
BMI: 24.65
Percent of Goal: 59% Complete
BMI Continues to fall with the weight. I was only able to exercise and lift weights once each this week. Bad me. I’ve got to find a way to get at least 3-4 each in the next week. 
I did it, I actually traveled and managed to be vigilant enough to lose weight instead of gaining it. Yea for me!
As a matter of fact, today I weighed in at 194.4 lbs. I had to estimate yesterdays weight in order to produce my week 4 results. It was probably around 194.8. I couldn’t weight myself because I was too busy spending all my time at airports in a 35 hour attempt to get from LA to Bowling Green. To top it off, I had almost no exercise this week. Imagine what I could have done if had been able to do my standard regiment. At 194.4, that also puts me at a major milestone on my way to my desired weight of 180 lbs – I JUST PAST THE HALF WAY MARK! I AM 51% TO MY GOAL as I write this.
End Weight: 194.8
Previous Weight: 196.2
Loss: 1.6 lbs
Net Loss: 14.6 lbs
BMI: 24.96
My BMI is starting to get into a decent range as well. A BMI of 25 or over is considered overweight. My BMI moved below 25 for the first time in years yesterday. I’d like to see it around 23 or so but we’ll see how it goes.
Well, as it turns out, weight loss (like presidenting) is hard. I’m kind of disappointed that I didn’t lose more this week, but I know I did really well. I wanted to be around 195 but at least I didn’t go up. If I can just lose 2 lbs. a week, I’ll hit my goal by the end March easily. Next week will be tough since I’ll be traveling and we all know traveling and weight loss don’t mix.
End Weight: 196.2
Previous Weight: 198.8
Loss: 2.6 lbs
Net Loss: 13.2 lbs
End Weight: 198.8
Previous Weight: 203.4
Loss: 4.6 lbs
Net Loss: 10.6 lbs
This is a 60 calorie package of caramely pudding goodness makes you fell like you are cheating on your diet when you are not. Highly recommended.
End Weight: 203.4
Previous Weight: 209.4
Loss: 6 lbs
Net Loss: 6 lbs
Not bad at all, if I do say so myself. I lost a good deal of weight this week on the new diet and exercise plan. I was actually down more but regressed last night by breaking down and going to my favorite Mexican restaurant. I think it tasted better than anything I have ever consumed in my entire life.
I’ve also learned a lot about what to eat that is low calorie that tastes good. I’m thinking of posting information about low cal meals just for fun and so I don’t forget them later.
Well, sadly I have to report that my attempt to hit 210 pounds by the end of 2009 failed. In order to make amends for this shortfall I have decided to set a different goal and pursue a more liberal weight loss program for the the new year. My buddy Chad said I should post weekly with my progress as a way to hold myself accountable. Given that it worked for him, I thought I would give it a shot. My goal is to reduce my weight to 185 pounds or about 25 pounds – daily calorie intake of around 1800.
